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Siderite

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An old-time specimen from Bisbee. Siderite can be rather ugly, but here, it has a botryoidal form that is a shimmering, sparkling chocolate brown across most of its surface. These were classics, found just in a short period in the 1960s. Ex. Mullane Collection.

Product details

SpeciesSiderite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions11.1 x 5.4 x 5.2 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Siderite
Mineral guide
Learn about Siderite
warm-toned iron carbonate with sharp rhombohedra and occasional gemmy crystals; prized for luster, classic localities Harz, Panasqueira, Dal’negorsk.
Regional guide
Siderite from Briggs Mine
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